New York, NY – An incident at Columbia University has underscored the persistent threat of antisemitism that continues to plague not only academic institutions but our society at large, especially during the ‘pro-Palestinian’ protests at Universities this week.
A video has emerged of Jewish students being subjected to physical assault and intimidation, culminating in their forced removal from the campus premises. This egregious act of discrimination is not only an affront to the principles of diversity and inclusion but also a stark reminder of the need for unwavering vigilance against all forms of bigotry.
The incident, which occurred amidst a heated environment, saw Jewish students surrounded by a hostile mob, their safety jeopardized solely on the basis of their religious identity. Such acts of aggression, fueled by hate and intolerance, have no place in any civilized society, let alone within the corridors of esteemed educational institutions. Universities are meant to be bastions of learning, where students from diverse backgrounds come together to engage in intellectual discourse and broaden their horizons. Any attempt to disrupt this environment through violence and bigotry must be unequivocally condemned.
On other parts of the campus, protesters are calling for ‘intifada’ and the abolishment of the Jewish state of Israel.